Ever since mirrorless full frame cameras were introduced, I had been waiting (and waiting and waiting) for one of the manufacturers to come out with a retro-styled body, as it was readily apparent that they could be just as slim as an old 35mm camera! I pre-ordered my Z f in Cabernet Red and have been using it for a few months now. It's absolutely gorgeous, it calls my name every time I look at it, it's fantastic to pick up and just use. Having upgraded from a Z5 for my mirrorless kit, the autofocus is absolutely like night and day. Putting the Expeed 7 processor in the Z f was brilliant, and makes it actually usable. Another highlight is the 8 stops of IBIS they put it in it - being able to comfortably shooting handheld at 1/30 with no image shake is a revelation in low-light scenarios for saving you from high ISOs. Overall Image quality is nice, especially for a mirrorless camera, but still is very bad out of camera compared to my D4S, due to the inherent loss of DR you get from having the AF modules directly on the sensor. Not to worry though, it's crazy to compare anything to the D4S ;)The gripes I have with this camera are simply the same gripes I have with most mirrorless cameras, which is that the EVF is a net loss for pros over an OVF, namely because of loss of sight due to incorrect exposure in manual, eye strain caused by having your eye that close to a screen, and inherently lower resolution than simply looking through a lens. Similarly, mirrorless cameras rely much more on menus and fiddling than DSLRs do, and I find that I'm spending way more time tapping and scrolling the rear LCD to change settings than I needed to with my DSLRs. That said, none of these drawbacks are Zf-specific, so I can't really take away stars there. But ANYWAY...The Z f looks great, is ultra-versatile (except if you try to put a 70-200 or larger lens on it), and is best used as your secondary camera for professional work, or as your everyday/walkaround camera, as is my case. It's such a joy to use, and it practically never leaves my side now.**Get the SmallRig or Nikon grip**

I purchased this camera over a month ago and I have to say I'm really happy with it. I wanted something with a retro analog feel that offered me the digital features of today's technology. I dabbled in photography in college and I wanted to pick the hobby back up and this camera feels great. Makes me want to use it more, which I have. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because it takes a while for the LCD monitor to load sometimes, and the grip can leave some wanting better ergonomics. Overall, I would purchase this camera again and I've already begin to remember why I loved photography. Well done Nikon. Fix the screen and I'll give it 5 stars. You can find more of my photos on IG: @Quentinrcollins

I am grateful Nikon makes a retro style full frame camera. I have been waiting this camera long time. Some prefer the grip a little better and the dial lock like other camera company. But I bought the GR1 hand grip for my pinky finger, I am happy about the rest. 9/10.0 score.

The Nikon Z f’s body is just beautifully designed and solid ALL round. All the switches , dials & buttons are all well built with excellent tactile feel.For the price , the amount of features including dedicated ones like Touch function , the new Focus-point stabilisation , Pixel shift , the dedicated B&W selector with the new Deep Monochrome Tone and many more are just brilliant.Image quality wise is also exceptional & most importantly the AF tracking capability is now so good , I actuall do not miss my Z 8 or Z 9.Well done Nikon !!

Took me minutes to preorder when available and finally have it. For my needs, it's the best looking, performing camera in it's price bracket. It punches well above it's weight. Thank you Nikon!

Brilliant blend of current technology and the past. The Nikon ZF brings back memories and provides a shooting experience that I last had working in the high school darkroom in the 1980s. Nikon has hit a home run with this camera.